Serving 374 students in grades 6-8, Armendariz Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 18% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 26% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#7773 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armendariz Middle School's ranking?
Armendariz Middle School is ranked #7773 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Armendariz Middle School?
374 students attend Armendariz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Armendariz Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armendariz Middle School?
Armendariz Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armendariz Middle School offer ?
Armendariz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Armendariz Middle School part of?
Armendariz Middle School is part of El Paso ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Armendariz Middle School located?
Armendariz Middle School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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